Holiday Package

Destination '98?

India.

Why? Have you been there before?

No, but I've heard great reports.

Travel companions?

A group of singing nuns. [Dream on, Brian. . .]

Any special pre-holiday purchases?

Condoms, a habit and moisturiser.

Who packs your bags?

My staff, of course.

Anything you won't travel without?

Rice Dream (milk substitute).

One thing you always forget?

Can't remember.

What book(s) are you planning to take? Will you read it/them?

Anam Cara, Spiritual Wisdom From The Celtic World by John O'Donohue - I will definitely read it.

Favourite aspect of holidays?

Reading and no phones (almost).

Pet holiday hate?

Other loud and rude people in quiet places.

What do you bring for emergencies?

See question four.

Your best holiday ever?

The Gambia.

Your worst holiday ever?

Camping in a storm.

Best thing about coming home?

A decent cup of tea.

Worst thing about coming home? Pollution!

In conversation with Sarah Marriott

Brian Kennedy sings at the National Concert Hall, Dublin. tonight and tomorrow night.